What is the recognised general emergency alarm signal on board ships?

What is the recognised general emergency

Multiple choice — select the best answer

AOne short blast on the whistle
BSeven or more short blasts followed by one long blast
CA continuous ringing of the dinner bell only
DThree long blasts repeated once

✓ Correct answer: B. Seven or more short blasts followed by one long blast The general emergency alarm is seven or more short blasts followed by one prolonged blast on the ship's whistle and alarm system.

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